Residents interested in running for Geneva City Council in 2021 can find a candidate guide posted on the City’s website.

The guide provides election information on how to file for candidacy and all required forms. Nominating petitions may not be circulated before Tuesday, Sept. 22.

The positions for mayor, city clerk, and treasurer along with one aldermanic seat in Wards 1, 3, 4, and 5 are open with each carrying a four-year term. The 2nd Ward has two seats up for election, with one running for two years and the other for four years.

Candidates can file their petitions from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays from Monday, Dec. 14 through Monday, Dec. 21 at Geneva City Hall, 109 James St.  

The candidates will run in the April 6, 2021 Consolidated Election. For more election information, visit the Illinois State Board of Elections website.